How To Fix AO492 - Error during number assignment - order cannot be created

AO492 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 492

• Message text: Error during number assignment - order cannot be created

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during assignment of the order number.

System Response

The order was not created.

How to fix this error?

Check Customizing for number assignment of maintenance orders.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO492 - Error during number assignment - order cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message AO492, which states "Error during number assignment - order cannot be created," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number assignment for a particular order type in the SAP system. This can happen in various modules, such as SAP PM (Plant Maintenance), SAP PS (Project System), or SAP CO (Controlling), where order numbers are automatically generated.
  Causes of AO492 Error
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The most common cause is that the number range for the order type has been exhausted or is not properly defined. This means that the system cannot assign a new number because it has reached the upper limit of the defined range.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings for the order type. This could include missing or incorrectly set intervals.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create an order, which can lead to